weaver

noun

weav·​er ˈwē-vər How to pronounce weaver (audio)
1
: one that weaves especially as an occupation
2
: any of numerous Old World passerine birds (family Ploceidae) that resemble finches and typically construct elaborate nests of interlaced vegetation

Examples of weaver in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Markle’s dress featured a Navajo weaver pattern created with metallic threads contrasting with a blush pink panel and burgundy details. Renan Botelho, WWD, 15 Aug. 2024 Fresh paint covers the walls while coastal decor, paintings by local artists and soft goods from area weavers fill the rooms. Catherine Garcia, theweek, 25 July 2024 Ruiz took pictures of mask makers, weavers, and festivals. Geraldo Cadava, The New Yorker, 3 Aug. 2024 The advent of the mechanized loom pushed weavers who worked for themselves into factories. Matt Beane, Harvard Business Review, 22 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for weaver 

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Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of weaver was in the 14th century

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“Weaver.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/weaver. Accessed 21 Sep. 2024.

Kids Definition

weaver

noun
weav·​er ˈwē-vər How to pronounce weaver (audio)
1
: one that weaves
2
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